Just because it's summertime doesn't mean there is no good TV to watch. Summer 2010 is chock full of programs, ranging from the... Show More »

Just because it's summertime doesn't mean there is no good TV to watch. Summer 2010 is chock full of programs, ranging from the craptastic ("Jersey Shore" is back!) to the fangulous ("True Blood" returns!) to the socceriffic (USA! USA! USA!). Zap2it has compiled a complete guide to your summer TV viewing, so check out our gallery so you know what to watch and when to watch it.

Premieres: Monday, May 24, 9 p.m., ABC. Moves to regular time slot of 8 p.m. on Monday, May 31.

Why we're watching: Sweetheart Ali Fedotowsky left "The Bachelor" in a dramatic fashion, but as a fan favorite, she was brought back to see if she could find love out of 25 eligible bachelors. The season is already rumored to be fraught with scandal and drama. Perfect summer TV viewing.

Why we're watching: This summer will be Holly Hunter's fourth and fin... Show More »

Premieres: Monday, May 24, 10 p.m., TNT.

Why we're watching: This summer will be Holly Hunter's fourth and final run as Oklahoma City Detective Grace Hanadarko. We want to see how Hanadarko and her "last-chance" angel wrap things up in this last season. Will the ending be ... heavenly?

Why we're watching: How can we not love a show with dancers ... Show More »

Premieres: Thursday, May 27, 8 p.m., FOX

Why we're watching: How can we not love a show with dancers who constantly amaze us, choreographers who make us cry with their genius, judges who are actually nice and a host who's ridiculously adorable? One of the most positive and ispirational shows out there, and with a dozen all-stars returning, we already have favorites.

Why we're watching: We don't have "100 Questions" about why this ... Show More »

Premieres: Thursday, May 27, 8:30 p.m., NBC

Why we're watching: We don't have "100 Questions" about why this comedy, which was picked up last year, didn't make it onto the regular-season schedule -- we think we know that already: As a traditional, multi-camera comedy, it perhaps wasn't the best fit with NBC's Thursday lineup. But we're nonetheless curious to see the structure of the show -- the questions in the title are on an online-dating survey filled out by lead character Charlotte (Sophie Winkleman) -- and to see more of Winkleman, who in previews comes across as pretty charming.

Why we're watching: Of our guilty TV-watching pleasures, this has to be o... Show More »

Premieres: Monday, May 31, 10:02 p.m., ABC

Why we're watching: Of our guilty TV-watching pleasures, this has to be one of the guiltiest. Attractive (debatable in some cases) people vying to be deemed the Most Beautiful ... but not realizing they're being judged on inner beauty? We can't help it. It's summer brain-resting fare at its finest.

Why we're watching: We'll admit it: Jillian Michaels scares us a little. Maybe that's why we're curious to see how people will react to her invading their homes. And of course, in the end, perhaps we'll be motivated to move our couch potato-butts and make changes of our own.

Why we're watching: Every summer, in between all the wacky, ... Show More »

Premieres: Wednesday, June 2, 9 p.m., NBC

Why we're watching: Every summer, in between all the wacky, untalented kooks we see on "AGT," there are always a few with some actual untapped talent. Plus, we can't wait to see how Howie Mandel does -- we have a feeling he'll be even better than The Hoff.

Why we're watching: Ice Cube's 2005 family comedy "Are WeThere Yet?" has made its way to the small screen, and we're curiousto see Terry Crews ("Everybody Hates Chris") in Ice Cube's rolefrom the movie. Ice Cube will still have a presence on the show ina recurring role.

We last saw Michael Westen (Jeffrey Donovan) in a holding cell when "Burn Notice" concluded its third season. But the fourth season picks up a few weeks after the finale and Michael is back with Fi (Gabrielle Anwar) and Sam (Bruce Campbell). And as if the show wasn't smokin' hot enough before, Coby Bell ("Third Watch") joins the cast as a counterintelligence expert with ties to Michael's past.

On "Royal Pains," Hank Lawson (Mark Feuerstein) is a doctor for hire, working on rich and bratty clients in the Hamptons to pay the bills, and helps the less fortunate in his free time. Hank learned in the first season finale that his MIA dad had stolen HankMed's funds, and the start of season two will force him to deal with his daddy issues head-on: Henry Winkler has joined the cast in the recurring role of Daddy Lawson.

Why we're watching: This action series is back for its third season on CBS, featuring a special tactical team that rescues hostages, busts gangs and defuses bombs. We love Enrico Colantoni as tough Sgt. Gregory Parker, plus there's the Pink Power Ranger Amy Jo Johnson!

Why we're watching: In addition to being big fans of both the books and movies of the Harry Potter world, we think the new theme park looks like an amazing addition to the franchise. This behind-the-scenes special should be an excellent tease of what awaits fans when they visit the park.

Why we're watching: "Drop Dead Diva" started out as a guilty pleasure... Show More »

Premieres: Sunday, June 6, 9 p.m., Lifetime

Why we're watching: "Drop Dead Diva" started out as a guilty pleasure. After seeing the strong performances from Brooke Elliot in the lead, weekly doses of funny girl Margaret Cho and a stream of fun guest stars, 'Diva' became must-see-TV. Not to mention Ben Feldman as Fred and Paula Abdul as herself are returning. Swoon.

Why we're watching: On the surface it's every scrawny g... Show More »

Premieres: Sunday, June 6, 11 p.m., MTV

Why we're watching: On the surface it's every scrawny geeky high school guy's revenge fantasy: Having everyone realize they underestimated one of your rather "impressive" gifts. But there are are actually some smart observations and commentary and a little bit of heart in there. It's not just "Hung" for the young.

Why we're watching: It's a wish fulfilment fantasy for those of us who like to cook, but may not realize the behind-the-scenes challenges that are part of the TV production process. Plus, there's always the chance that our fave celeb chefs will drop by and offer words of wisdom. Paula Deen, ya'll!

Why we're watching: We envy Dr. Cal Lightman's impressiveability to catch someone in a lie by the slightest facial twitch orvoice inflection -- and we can't wait to see him bring down morecriminals with his unique scientific talent. This will be the thirdlie-filled season about the world's leading deception expert.

Why we're watching: The third season of "The Secret Life of the American Teenager" has received extra attention due to nabbing real-life pregnant teen Bristol Palin for a guest spot. The 19-year-old daughter of former Alaska governor, Sarah Palin, will be playing herself as one of Amy's (Shailene Woodley) friends at a music program for teen mothers.

Why we're watching: Craig Robinson (Darryl on "The Office") almost singlehandedly got us in the theater for "Hot Tub Time Machine," and we're very curious to see him put his spin on the once-again-resurrected "Last Comic Standing." And, oh yeah, it'll be nice to see if the show can uncover talents like previous winners Iliza Shlesinger, Alonzo Bodden and John Heffron.

As for "Persons Unknown," we know very little about it save that it comes from "Usual Suspects" writer Christopher McQuarrie and stars Alan Ruck and Sean O'Bryan as members of a group of people who have been abducted (we think) and deposited in a location where they're under constant surveillance. There's a "Prisoner"-ish feel to the previews, and they've done their job: We're intrigued.

Why we're watching: You mean aside from Bradley Whitfor... Show More »

Premieres: Monday, June 7, 9 p.m., FOX (Official premiere)

Why we're watching: You mean aside from Bradley Whitford's mustache? If you caught the May 19 preview, you know the series is an old-school, action-comedy that never takes itself seriously. Whitford and Colin Hanks play detectives working petty crimes. They banter like an old married couple, simultaneously getting on each others nerves while having each others backs. The show manages to be campy fun without crossing the line to stupidity. Plus, the mustache!

Why we're watching: During the Spice Girls heyday, Scary was neve... Show More »

Premieres: Monday, June 7, 11 p.m., Oxygen

Why we're watching: During the Spice Girls heyday, Scary was never our favorite (Ginger, Posh, Baby, Scary, Sporty was our exact order of preference), but she really won us over when she was on "Dancing With the Stars" and we still can't get the image of her crossing the stage with a series of alternating splits out of our mind. All this to say, the show already combines two of our favorite things to watch on TV -- weight loss and dancing -- so adding her as host is just the cherry on top.

Why we're watching: Having been called the "'Desperate ... Show More »

Premieres: Tuesday, June 8, 8 p.m., ABC Family.

Why we're watching: Having been called the "'Desperate Housewives' for teens," "Pretty Little Liars" definitely has us intrigued. Based on a novel series by author Sara Shepard, the show follows the lives of the four prettiest girls in school whose clique falls apart after the mysterious disappearance of their queen bee, Allison. Their world is turned even more upside down when they start to receive threatening text messages from someone using the name "A"....

Why we're watching: The curiosity factor is high here because the reality show pits artists of different disciplines -- sculpture, painting, etc. -- against each other to win a solo art show at a nationally recognized museum as well as a cash prize. But if art is subjective, how can one judge? Tell us that, Sarah Jessica Parker, producer.

Why we're watching: What's not to love about Gordon Ramsay?We... Show More »

Premieres: Thursday, June 10, 8 p.m., FOX

Why we're watching: What's not to love about Gordon Ramsay?We'd watch him scream the phone book. Pretty sure we've seen him throw one at a "Hell's Kitchen" contestant before. Either way, we'll be watching every heated second of "Top Chef's" evil twin.

Why we're watching: Because Penn and Teller are back for an eighth season of muckraking, making fun of cheerleaders, vaccinations and teen sex this summer. Plus, Paul Provenza joins the hour, gathering the world's most foul-mouthed, tell-it-like-it comedic minds -- Roseanne Barr, Eddie Izzard and Paul Mooney to name a few -- letting them go at it uncensored.

Why we're watching: Every four years the World Cup rolls around -- nations from a... Show More »

Premieres: Friday, June 11, 9:30 a.m., ESPN

Why we're watching: Every four years the World Cup rolls around -- nations from all around the world compete in soccer matches for one month until one nation emerges victorious. If you've never followed soccer but always wanted to, this is the best way to immerse yourself. For 2010, all 64 matches are being broadcast in the U.S. -- 10 on ABC, 10 on ESPN2 and 44 on ESPN.

Why we're watching: There are no words for the anticipation wefeel for Season... Show More »

Premieres: Sunday, June 13, 9 p.m., HBO

Why we're watching: There are no words for the anticipation wefeel for Season 3 of "True Blood." The population of Bon Temps is going to triple with the new weres, vamps and even a guardian angel. It's going to be "fangtastic." Plus, we have to know who kidnappedBill! Waiting truly sucks.

Why we're watching: This show is the guiltiest of pleas... Show More »

Premieres: Sunday, June 13, 10:30 p.m., E!

Why we're watching: This show is the guiltiest of pleasures. Last season was all about Kourtney hooking up with her little brother's friend and Khloe hooking up with her radio co-host. Now that Kourt has a baby and Khloe's married to Lamar Odom, how are they going to fare in Miami? We can't wait to find out. Plus, we can't wait to see if Khloe manages to do somethig even more stupid than announcing that she's carrying cocaine while she's at work... on the radio.

Why we're watching: Is there any better career booster than sleepi... Show More »

Premieres: Sunday, June 13, 10:30 p.m., E!

Why we're watching: Is there any better career booster than sleeping with Hugh Hefner? Holly Madison is the latest in Hef's long, long, long line of ex-girlfriends, but she's making the best of it by rounding up her BFFs for her own Vegas-based reality show. Sure, we'll drop a couple IQ points every time we watch this show... we just don't care.

Why we're watching: Summer is a time for mindless reality TV and a ... Show More »

Premieres: Monday, June 14, 9 p.m., VH1

Why we're watching: Summer is a time for mindless reality TV and a VH1 show that sends 9 ladies to "princess rehab" sounds like the perfect choice. The best part is the princesses think they are going to be on a reality show called "The Good Life," but they're actually about to be subjected to their worst nightmare -- getting cut off. They will be stripped of all their cash and conveniences and forced to learn how to live life the way normal people do. Awesome.

Why we're watching: At Zap2it, we've got a soft spot for puppets... Show More »

Premieres: Monday, June 14, 10:30 p.m., MTV

Why we're watching: At Zap2it, we've got a soft spot for puppets (heh), especially when they're raunchy and foul-mouthed. In this fictional reality show, Warren is a D-grade celeb puppet who turned to drinking, drugs and dames after his brief success in the now-canceled "Greg the Bunny" sitcom. This is his story of trying to regain his celeb status. Hey, Warren, Kathy Griffin has a tip: Start a Twitter war with another star.

Why we're watching: This new docu-series from Planet Green features an out and proud gay urban couple who decide to take up organic farming in upstate New York. So it's like "Green Acres" meets "Queer Eye." We're in.

Why we're watching: Betty White. Need we say more? The unstoppable octogenarian will star in this new TV Land sitcom alongside three other comedy veterans: Valerie Bertinelli ("One Day at a Time"), Jane Leeves ("Frasier") and Wendie Malick ("Just Shoot Me"). The show centers around three L.A. women (Bertinelli, Leeves and Malick) who are now in Cleveland living under the roof of sassy caretaker Elka Ostrovsky (White).

Why we're watching: Our favorite gang of con artists returns this summer with an all new season and an all new potential nemesis, "The Italian" (Elisabetta Canalis). As much as we dug Jeri Ryan joining the team last season-- to fill in for a pregnant Gina Bellman--we're glad to have Bellman's Sophie back full-time this year.

Why we're watching: We have to see if "The Gates" and"Scoundrels" can carry Sunday night for ABC. Both are family dramedies with a twist. "The Gates" is like "Desperate Housewives" meets "TrueBlood." And "Scoundrels" is "Brothers & Sisters" with criminal records. Both shows have big shoes to fill and we'll be watching to see if they can walk in them.

Why we're watching: How real are the lesbians on this new reality s... Show More »

Premieres: Sunday, June 20, 10 p.m., Showtim

Why we're watching: How real are the lesbians on this new reality show? Well, a good friend of ours knows not just one but two of the subjects, with one of them being her best friend for high school. That's pretty real. Plus, Showtime has never been one to shy away from the slighty trashy side of things so we're expecting some good throwdowns on all levels.

Why we're watching: This show may solely entail watching people fall off an obs... Show More »

Premieres: Tuesday, June 22, 8 p.m., ABC

Why we're watching: This show may solely entail watching people fall off an obstacle course into some mud, but it still manages to be endlessly entertaining. The commentary is hilarious and the thrills, spills and chills are always fascinating and groan-inducing. Big red balls, here we come!

Why we're watching: Talk about a high-stakes game show. If you play the game ... Show More »

Premieres: Tuesday, June 22, 9 p.m., ABC.

Why we're watching: Talk about a high-stakes game show. If you play the game right, you could walk away with a million dollars in cash and prizes -- if not, your winnings could slip through your fingers and off the side of the skyscraper you're standing atop. Yes, the game is played at the top of a tall metropolitan-set building, where contestants quickly answer a series of trivia questions against the clock. This adrenaline-charged game show comes to us from the folks who did "The Price is Right," "Family Feud," and Let's Make a Deal."

Why we're watching: Season 2 of "Hawthorne" will find Christina (Jada Pinkett Smith) transferred to a new hospital with a new set of issues -- including a head nurse (Vanessa Bell Calloway) who has a very set way of doing things. She'll also continue trying to build her relationship with Tom (Michael Vartan).

"Memphis Beat" had us at "Jason Lee plays a cop/Elvis impersonator." But while there are some very amusing elements to the new series, it's also a strong character study of a man who's utterly devoted to the city he protects. That and a strong supporting cast that includes Alfre Woodard, DJ Qualls and Celia Weston will have us setting the DVR.

Why we're watching: Because "Reaper" hottie Missy Peregrym and "Everwood" alum Gregory Smith are teaming up to play rookie cops who may be more skilled in the bedroom than they are on the city streets. At 10 p.m., things will take a more serious turn as ABC cameras get a first hand look at the real life culture of doctors and nurses in three of Boston's best hospitals.

Why we're watching: We've missed Fry, Leela, Zoidberg and the rest of the gang ever since FOX last aired new episodes in 2003, and although Cartoon Network played the reruns, we're ready for new space misadventures. Bender, of course, just wants to get on with it so he can "Kill all huamans."

Why we're watching: "Entourage's" Ari Gold. No matter how many bad movies Vince makes or how many times we're reminded of how washed-up Johnny Drama is, Jeremy Piven's smart-mouthed agent keeps it fresh and hilarious. Plus, we're suckers for the romance between Eric and Sloane and can't wait to see how his relationship with Vince changes now that he's popped the question.

"Hung" is the perfect follow-up, focusing on Thomas Jane's Ray Drecker and how he balances his normal life as a high school teacher with... being a male prostitute. Anne Heche steals the show as his ex-wife.

Why we're watching: While "The Biggest Loser" is off the air this summer, we'll count on ABC Family's Monday night line up to get our butts to the gym. "Huge" is a new show, starring Nikki Blonsky, about seven overweight teenagers at a weight-loss camp. It's followed by Season 2 of "Make It Or Break It," which is about ten tiny skinny teenagers working toward becoming Olympic gymnasts. We have a feeling these shows are going to make us feel very, very lazy.

Why we're watching: "Rescue Me" is entering the home stretch of its sometimes maddening, sometimes brilliant run on FX (it will likely air its final season next year), and we want to see where Denis Leary and Co. take the show in its final episodes. We just wish that Maura Tierney's return to television following her breast cancer diagnosis were this season and not next.

What we've seen of "Louie," starring comedian Louis C.K. plays a version of himself, has a bit of a home-movie quality as he narrates vignettes about his life as a single father and working comic. It's not the prettiest thing to look at, but it is pretty funny. We'll see how well full episodes hang together.

Why we're watching: We don't usually get excited about game show... Show More »

Premieres: Wednesday, July 7, 8 p.m., NBC

Why we're watching: We don't usually get excited about game shows, but NBC's "Minute to Win It" always manages to grab our attention. The games are just so simple, despite having names like "The Nutstacker" and "Chocolate Unicorn" (where the player has to stack seven Ding Dongs on his forehead). Plus, we love the celebrity challenges. Kevin Jonas, we were rooting for you!

Why we're watching: "Big Brother" is the ultimate in summer TV viewing -- crazy cast members, wacky challenges and 24-hour live feeds so that not a single move is missed. We can hardly wait to find out who the new hamsters are.

Why we're watching: In "Eureka," U.S. Marshal Jack Carter (Colin Ferguson) returns for a fourth season of protecting this top-secret town of misfit geniuses from the outside world trying to learn its secrets. It's a quirky little show -- think "Twin Peaks" or "Northern Exposure" goes to the circus. Definitely fun summer viewing.

"Eureka" is getting a Friday night partner in "Haven," a series loosely based on Stephen King's "The Colorado Kid." The show chronicles the adventures of FBI agent Audrey Parker (Emily Rose) as she finds the town of Haven (in Maine, where else?), a refuge for people affected by supernatural occurrences. Sounds like a fun Syfy Friday to us.

Why we're watching: Aaron Douglas stars as Frank Leo, a cop who is elected ... Show More »

Premieres: Saturday, July 10, 8 p.m., CBS

Why we're watching: Aaron Douglas stars as Frank Leo, a cop who is elected head of the union and sets out to clean up the corruption on the police force. We loved Douglas' work on "Battlestar Galactica," so we'll give this cop drama a chance.

Why we're watching: Chad Ochocinco, a professional football player and recent "Dancing With the Stars" contestant, is coming to VH1 in a dating show titled "The Perfect Catch."' It will feature Chad narrowing a field of women down, tournament-style, until he finds his lady love. Chad is such a goofball on and off the field that we can't help but want to watch.

Meanwhile, "The T.O. Show," the reality show featuring the adventures of NFL wide receiver Terrell Owens, kicks off its second season. The show follows T.O. and his best friends and publicists Monique and Kita as they try to help him with his personal life, image and dating. Sounds like a great two hours of NFL shenanigans to us.

Why we're watching: Smokin' hot crime-fighting women are about to take over Monday nights. Kyra Sedgwick will reprise her role as Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson in the sixth season of "The Closer," followed by the premiere of "Rizzoli & Isles." This all-new crime drama stars Angie Harmon ("Law & Order") and Sasha Alexander ("NCIS") as a detective and medical examiner who work together to solve cases.

"Covert Affairs" basically appears to be a revamped version of "Alias" on the USA Network, but really, what could be wrong with that? Piper Perabo heads up the series as Annie Walker, a CIA trainee who is suddenly promoted to being a field operative...but possibly not for the reasons her bosses claimed she was. The series also stars many of your TV faves including Christopher Gorham ("Ugly Betty"), Peter Gallagher ("The O.C."), Sendhil Ramamurthy ("Heroes"), Anne Dudek ("House"), and Kari Matchett ("Invasion").

Why we're watching: Secret Service agents Pete (Eddie McClintock) and Myka (Joanne Kelly) have been assigned to track down and capture "artifacts" that posses supernatural or paranormal features and return them to the Warehouse, where they are safely stored. Think "Fringe," but with a lot more humor.

And to up the awesome nerd level of the series, not only is the show doing a crossover with fellow Syfy show "Eureka" but they're bringing on some of the coolest guest stars this summer: WWE star Rhodes Lead, Philip Winchester ("Crusoe"), Paula Garces ("Defying Gravity"), and former "Firefly" stars Jewel Staite, Sean Maher and Gina Torres.

Why we're watching: Aussie actor Matt Passmore plays an attractive, brilliant, yet difficult to get along with homicide detective. He expects a change of pace when he moves from the crime-filled streets of Chicago to the sleepy town of Palm Glade, Florida -- but his leisure time on the golf course quickly gets cut short when people keep showing up murdered.

Why we're watching: Because quite frankly, Shawn (James Roday) and Gus (Dule Hill) have the best bromance on television. And don't think that because the series is now USA's longest running show that they're running out of crazy cases for the original fake psychic detective to investigate. In fact, creator Steve Franks told Korbi TV that the first four episodes back would feature kung fu, "Fast and the Furious," "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" and UFOs. We can't wait.

Why we're watching: The unsual roommates -- werewolf, vampire and ghost -- can't even get a break after vampire leader Herrick has died. Now a religious zealot and her followers set out to use them for brutal experiments, and Mitchell must keep order now that the vampire hierarchy has been upset. Also, we're soaking up all this BBC goodness before the American Syfy version starts up.

Why we're watching: "Mad Men" made Emmy history by becoming the first basic ca... Show More »

Premieres: Friday, July 25, 10 p.m., AMC.

Why we're watching: "Mad Men" made Emmy history by becoming the first basic cable series to win a best series award (for Outstanding Drama Series) in 2008 -- and then it repeated the feat again in 2009. The show has also nabbed five Golden Globes. With great writing, acting, visual style and a cast that's pretty easy on the eyes, we can't wait to see what Season 4 holds.

Why we're watching: There will be an addition and subtraction to the "My Boys"... Show More »

Premieres: Friday, July 25, 10 p.m., TBS.

Why we're watching: There will be an addition and subtraction to the "My Boys" gang in Season 4. We're excited to see the very funny Rachel Harris ("The Hangover," "Reno 911," "Notes from the Underbelly") make her "My Boys" debut towards the end of the season as Marcia, Mike's (Jamie Kaler) love interest. They'll meet at Andy's (Jim Gaffigan) home in the suburbs -- that is, before Gaffigan exits the show to focus on his stand up comedy career. How will PJ cope with losing one of her boys? We'll have to tune in and see.

Why we're watching: "Top Chef" is great and all, but sometimes you just want ... Show More »

Premieres: Sunday, July 27, 9 p.m., FOX

Why we're watching: "Top Chef" is great and all, but sometimes you just want something a little simpler. Mac-and-cheese doesn't have to always be made with gruyere and bacon. Already a hit on the BBC and in Australia, "MasterChef" is a cooking competition for home cooks, where the winner gets to walk away knowing that they can call themselves on of the best non-professional cooks in the country. Doubt it will get their kids to eat their broccoli without complaint, but it will definitely dazzle at the local bake sales.

Why we're watching: There is nothing that can keep us away from ... Show More »

Premieres: Tuesday, July 29, 10 p.m., 10 p.m., MTV

Why we're watching: There is nothing that can keep us away from "Jersey Shore" and all its trashtastic, fist-pumping, juiced up, GTL antics. Season 2 spends half its time in Miami and then returns toSeaside Heights. The whole cast returns, even "Trashbag-elina." We can't wait to see what grenades they'll be dropping next.

Premieres: Sunday, Aug. 1, 8 p.m., AMC for the two-hour debut. It moves to 9 p.m. the following week.

Why we're watching: AMC has already won us over with its original show "Mad Men," so we will definitely be checking out their foray into the world of a secret society that manipulates world events on a grand scale. It stars James Badge Dale, Lili Taylor, Miranda Richardson, Dallas Roberts, Christopher Evan Welch, Paul Butler and Peter Gerety. We can't wait.

Why we're watching: "The Bachelorette" will be winding down, but ABC is there with another reality romance fix. "Bachelor Pad" combines all the colorful characters we've grown to love from the "Bachelor"/"Bachelorette" franchise with the shenanigans of a "Big Brother"-style show, then follows it up with silly-but-fun "Dating in the Dark," where contestants get to know each other without being able to see what each other looks like.

Why we're watching: Last season's croquet-bashing finale was so delightful, we're wondering what lunacy "Weeds" can aspire to next, especially since Nancy (Mary-Louise Parker) is remarried with a new baby. Directly following, we gotta admit we're not sure about a comedy all about cancer, but we trust Showtime and Laura Linney even more. Plus, our favorite, quotable Oscar nominee Gabourey Sidibe is part of the cast.

Why we're watching: Why should modeling careers end at 35? This isn't "Logan's Run." The reality competition show is back (hosted by Brooke Burke this time around) and encourages women older than the usual runway spring chickens to strut their stuff and prove that beauty knows no age limit ... although it might have a BMI limit. Baby steps.